Doctor of Business Administration

    Doctor of Business Administration

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 24,861 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 14, 2026
    Doctor of Business Administration

    About

    Graduates from the Doctor of Business Administration have demonstrated a capability to produce independent research that clearly makes an original and significant scholarly contribution to business professional practice. Graduates have developed a capacity to reflect upon and solve important contemporary business problems by applying appropriate theoretical frameworks, knowledge and methods. The degree consists of one-third coursework and two-thirds research.

    The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is a research degree that provides an opportunity for experienced business professionals to undertake a course of independent supervised study that produces significant and original research outcomes relevant for professional business practice. The course facilitates the development of research abilities by increasing the business professional’s capacity to reflect upon and solve important contemporary business problems by applying appropriate theoretical frameworks, knowledge and methods.

    Students will develop research, analytical, critical and communication skills enabling them to make original and significant contributions to professional practice. The DBA aims to produce responsible, intellectually independent, skilled and reflective professional practitioners, equipping them to contribute better to diverse work environments in the context of innovation and rapid change.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Students must have completed a MBA degree or Masters Degree in Business, or hold an equivalent qualification from a recognised Australian tertiary institution, or hold an international qualification deemed to be equivalent (as determined by NOOSR).

    Students will normally have achieved a credit average (or equivalent) in their MBA (or equivalent) studies as a demonstration of their capacity to undertake postgraduate work at an advanced level.

    In addition to acceptable academic qualifications, an applicant for admission shall:

    • have a minimum of five years of relevant business experience,
    • and be working in business or have access to business such that the practical requirements of the program and the research can be undertaken.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    English language requirements

    You can normally meet the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for entry to most Charles Sturt University courses by doing one of the following:for postgraduate coursework courses have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
    1. a minimum overall score of 6.0
    2. no individual score below 6.0

    Career

    systematically and critically evaluate a body of business research to identify opportunities to create new business knowledge
    independently undertake an approved research program, including data collection, analysis, interpretation and presentation, which leads to a significant contribution to professional practice through the integration of theory, knowledge and practice
    make a significant contribution to professional practice in their organisational context and thereby enhance their managerial effectiveness and ability to generate organisational competitive advantage
    evaluate different philosophical approaches to applied business research and a range of data collection and analysis techniques
    develop an appropriate conceptual framework and research design that forms the basis for the conduct of practical business research
    demonstrate research, analytical, critical, reflective and communication skills through research outcomes such as seminar presentations, publication submissions and a written thesis

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    24,861 / year

    How to Apply

    Step 1: Choose your degree

    Choose from a wide range of courses at Charles Sturt University. Wherever you want to take your career – in IT, nursing, education, healthcare, science or any other industry – we’ve got the right course for you.
     

    Step 2: Understand your entry requirements

    International students must meet minimum academic and English language requirements to be eligible to study with us.
     

    Step 3: Before you apply

    You've found the course you want to study and now it's time to get organised for your Australian adventure. Before you apply, it's a good idea to get familiar with your new destination and all the things you will need to do to make your transition smooth. Our live and work and before you arrive pages are great places to start to help you with that checklist.
     

    Step 4: Check if you are eligible for credit

    Charles Sturt University highly values and recognises a range of overseas qualifications, and has developed advanced standing arrangements with institutions in various countries.
     

    Step 5: Prepare supporting documentation

    Do you need to include official documentation with your application? If so, it may need verification as a true and accurate copy. Check below to see if your documents need to be verified.
     

    Verify your documents

    If you are an international applicant, you can submit scanned verified copies or scanned original copies of all your official documentation, except for the courses listed below.
     

    The following information explains if your documents do need to be verified. This is important, as documents not correctly verified as a "true and accurate" copy will result in delays in the processing of your application and its consideration for admission. Please don't send originals as we don't return documents.

    Who can verify copies for you?

    For international documents/qualifications:
    • your employed agent submitting your application and documents on your behalf
    • Australian Embassy official
    • High Commission or Trade Mission official
    • Public Notary
    • Australian Justice of the Peace with a registration number.

    How should the authorised officer verify each document?

    On each page you are submitting, they must write:

    'This is a true copy of the original document sighted by me.'

    Then sign and print the following details:

    • name
    • address
    • business hours telephone number
    • profession, occupation or organisation
    • the current date.

    They must include the official stamp or seal of the verifier's organisation on the copy if the organisation has such a stamp.

    In addition to the above, a Justice of the Peace must also print their registration number and the state in which they are registered as a Justice of the Peace.

    Documents not verified or not verified correctly

    Charles Sturt University is not permitted to process:

    • documents that have been verified by an immediate relative or a person residing at the same address as an applicant
    • photocopied documents that have not been verified
    • documents that have not been correctly verified
    • documents verified by a Justice of the Peace without a registration number.

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    Step 6: Understand your responsibilities and expectations as an international student

    The Australian Government requires international student visa holders to ensure that they meet the obligations and conditions of their visa type. It is your responsibility to ensure that they comply with these obligations and conditions at all times. Your enrolment at Charles Sturt University may be cancelled for failing to meet the University's policies and procedures and the University is required by Australian Law to report any breaches of visa conditions, which may include:

    • Not paying your fees.
    • Not maintaining satisfactory course progress.
    • Failing to maintain a full-time load without Charles Sturt University's permission.
    • Failure to enrol in a term of study.
    • Academic or general misconduct.

    You should also understand all the terms and conditions of accepting an offer to study with us.

    Step 7: Start your application

    How to apply depends on how you want to study with us.

     

    Doctor of Business Administration
    Charles Sturt University
    Charles Sturt University
    Australia

    Australia, Port Macquarie

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